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In 2016, the race was full by Dec 2nd: this was announced on Facebook. "Collect race number on the day." "The Race HQ is the Scout Hut, Reiverdale Road." "The start is at Ashington Community Woods, Lintonville Terrace (NE63 9JX)." "Medal, goody bag."

"You will be hard pushed to find a more varied, multi terrain, traffic free course than Leeds Christmas 10k Challenge. After leaving the springy flat track at John Charles Stadium, your Christmas spirit will be tested on the hills and woodland paths of Middleton Park. A great opportunity to get cheered on by friends, family and our musical marshals during this multi lap course. Leeds Christmas 10k Challenge now in its fifth year, is a firm favourite with both recreational and club runners alike." "We have a new 2 lap route for 2016 - for you regulars, it’s a real mix of the two previous routes." "T-shirt, mince pie."

"One of the Tees Trail Winter 5K Races taking place on Oct 9th, Nov 6th, Nov 20th, Dec 11th, Jan 29th, Feb 26th and Mar 26th." "Pre-registration for the races is required at trailraces.co.uk/register.php - you only have to pre-register once for all of our trail races even if you cannot make all them - for the races that you attend, you will pay your entry fee on the day." "Registration is from 0900; the 2K youth race (8 to 14 years old) will start at 0930 and the 5K adult race will kick off at 1000." "The youth race costs 2 pounds and the senior race is 3 pounds for affiliated runners and 5 pounds for unattached." As it's the Christmas Trail race, "a selection box will be given to all those who cross the finish line".

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. In previous years, the race has been full ahead of the closing date. "Collect race number on the day." "Race registration will be in Saltwell Park." "The course is undulating through parkland and closed roads." "No distance markers." In previous years, you received an engraved glass and a whisky miniature. "There will be no junior races this year." "First run in 1911, the Saltwell 10K is England's oldest surviving road race."

"The start/finish is at Loftus Leisure Centre." "Country lanes, bridleways, footpaths and muddy farmer's fields - it is generally ascending for the first half of the race, with a steep climb at approximately half-way to the Boulby mast and then it is an exhilarating downhill run down to the finish." "Christmas-designed long sleeved T-shirt." When I did this race there were two sections that were muddy.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The Race HQ is Millmoor Juniors FC on Droppingwell Road." "A two lap off-road event on footpaths through fields and woodland." In a previous year, AH e-mailed me to say that the race is "on an 'undulating' course around the woodland area of Grange Park". He also said that "you should wear your Santa Hat!" Here's a link to more details.

"Limit of 300 runners - so enter early to avoid disappointment." "Entries accepted on the day from 0930 only if race limit is not reached - see our web site for updates on whether the limit has been reached." "Venue is Denby Dale Pie Hall, Wakefield Road." "Challenging, rural course." "Festive fancy dress optional!" "Free sandwiches for runners." "Bar facilities."

"Venue is the cafe in Ropner Park." "The What a Wheeze Christmas Cracker returns for 2016 and this year sees the addition of a 1M fun run! The 5K is open to runners aged 14 years or over - it's a fast, mostly flat, multi-lap course which is run on tarmac. The 1m Fun Run is a single lap and is open to all ages and abilities, but children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult." "The 1M fun run is at 0930 and the 5K Race is at 1000." "Medal." "Festive Fancy Dress is entirely optional but actively encouraged and there are prizes for our favourite costumes!" "The cafe will be open for pre- and post-run refreshments."

In 2016 entries opened on Sun Oct 9th at 12 noon and it was full by Mon at 0740. In 2015 entries opened on Sun Oct 11th at 1600 - I understand the race was full by lunchtime on Mon Oct 12th. "Registration, changing and showers are at the Aireborough Leisure Centre." "Multi terrain challenging 7 mile course, not suitable for prams or wheelchairs." In 2014, chip timing was used.

"Previously organised by local running legend Karl Gray, the Northowram Pumas will be resurrecting the Coley Canter." "Venue is the Northowram Community Sports and Activity Club, Westercroft Lane." "A multi-terrain trail race taking in the best trails, footpaths and hills in Pumas territory!" "Includes pie and peas after the race." "We'll be holding a recce of the race on Dec 4th at 1000."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." Note that this race is on Tue 27th.The 2016 race was full by Nov 29th and the 2015 race was full by Nov 23rd. "Race HQ is at the Ripon Rugby Club, Mallorie Park Drive." "The race starts on Hell Wath Nature Reserve, a 5 minute walk from the Race HQ." "The race goes up Whitcliffe Lane onto public footpaths through Mackershaw Woods and Studley Roger Deer Park. It returns to Hell Wath Nature Reserve over Rose Bridge and past Hell Wath Cottage." "The race has an undulating route mainly on footpaths through parkland." "Chip timing." "T-shirt." "There is also an off-road Fun Run at 1000." Here is a link to some race information.

"Collect numbers on the day." "Bring safety pins for your race number." "The growth of this event in recent years has made taking all entries on the day difficult, and delaying the start - if you have a team arranged, please use the e-mail address given in this document to pre-enter your team - otherwise enter on the day by 1040." "Venue is theYork Racecourse (but not the Grandstand), Knavesmire Road (Tadcaster Road end). "For teams of 3 runners, running 3M, 1.5M, 3M - teams can enter together, or individuals can be made into teams on the day." "Club and unattached runners welcome - members of different clubs can run together." "On grass (muddy!), suitable for spikes." "An informal event, suitable for all ages and standards." "There is also a run of just under 1M for primary age children (i.e. year 6 and younger) at 1045 - enter by 1030."

"Collect race number on the day." I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Venue is the Morpeth Rugby Club, Mitford Road." "Attractive, scenic." "A circular, undulating course on our traditional route:, Mitford Road, Mitford village, Mitford Steads, Whalton Road, North Road, Carlisle Park and along the promenade to finish on High Stanners." "Route on quiet country roads and then runners will use the wide pavement along North Road to Carlisle Park and footpath through the park and along the promenade." "K markers."

"Collect race number on the day." "Virtually all off road." "The course is a 7 mile race on farm tracks, grass, trails, through woodland and over numerous stiles. It is very hilly with approximately 700 ft of climbing. There will no doubt be muddy sections as it's run in winter." "The race will be run following almost the same route as the Oxspring Hunshelf Amble but in reverse. The route will start on the Trans-Pennine Trail next to the Oxspring playing fields and run down the trail to the exit onto Old Mill Lane, just before the tunnel, rejoining the original route there - this is to avoid crossing the Don at the stepping stones as the river may be too high." "The route for the 2017 race has changed slightly from the 2016 race - the last section follows the road and track after Pond Farm to the finish - see the course map." "Mug."

"One of a series of six races taking place on Oct 23rd, Nov 20th, Dec 4th, Jan 8th, Feb 12th and Mar 12th. "Discount if you enter the series." "Venue is the Marsden Old Quarry." "The Quarry is a real hidden gem in the town and the course tests you on a variety of trails, steps, hills and mud! The route allows you to enjoy the fantastic views of South Shields and beyond as you run across one of the highest points in South Shields. This race is perfect for all levels of ability, whether you’re a beginner to the trails or you’re an experienced runner looking for a good workout or a low key race. " "All runners receive a medal at the end of the series." "Take part in our Winter Series points table."

runbritain has a start time of 1030 which is 30 minutes earlier than in previous years. "Race numbers are to be collected on the day." "Venue is the Hart Village Hall." "A 5 mile multi-terrain race from Hart Village through the dene. Begins on trail and goes into dene, with challenging climbs. Flat tarmac back to the finish so spikes should not be worn. Due to the nature of the dene, trail shoes are very highly recommended."

Entries open on this web page on Aug 29th. "Staged in the beautiful grounds of the Temple Newsam Estate, discover 500 years of history with the magnificent country mansion set within 1500 acres of beautiful parkland. The course is mainly bridle and country paths (it could be muddy) covering areas of the estate that you wouldn’t normally see. There are stunning views of the 17th Century House and gardens designed and re-landscaped by Capability Brown. The course also takes in the nearby nature reserve, lakes and canals that form part of the Woodlesford navigation." The race was first held in 2016.

The 2017 race opened for entries on Sat Oct 22nd at 0600 and it became full at 0640. The 2016 race became full in about 80 minutes. "The race is fast, flat and rural." "Techincal T-shirt." "We once again have use of the Ebor Stand for the provision of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments, toilets, baggage storage and limited changing facilities." For 2006, I wrote 'The race starts at York racecourse and heads south taking in Bishopthorpe, Acaster Malbis, Stonebridge Farm, Acaster Selby, westwards to Appleton Roebuck, northwards to Woolas Hall Farm, Acaster Malbis, Bishopthorpe, and finishing at York racecourse - it's a sort of upside down letter P.'

"These races are only open to runners attached to a running club." "All races are for teams of 3, each runner completing 2 laps of a fast, mostly flat, grass course." "Each lap is approx. 1500m." "There are three races: at 1015 veteran men, at 1055 senior women/veteran women and at 1135 senior men." "The races for veterans form the North East Masters Athletic Association Championships." "Clubs may enter more than one team." "Venue is the Durham University Cricket Pavilion on the Racecourse Sports Fields alongside Green Lane." I don't know how accurate this map is.

"Early bird discounts are available." The 5K is new for 2017. "The 5K starts at 1155 and the 10K starts at 1200." "Venue is the Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Road, Durdar." "The event uses a mixture of quiet country roads which are generally flat or gently undulating. The road surfaces are generally okay but there are rougher areas especially near some of the junctions." "The run will finish directly in front of the racecourse grandstand." "Medal."

Entries for the 2017 race opened on Nov 9th and the race was full on Nov 15th. Entries for the 2015 race opened on Nov 14th and the race was full on Dec 11th. "The Race HQ and parking is at Cottingham High School, Harland Way." "The start is in Beverley Road, Skidby and this is about 0.5M from the Race HQ." "Scenic 10M road race." "The finish is in Mill Road, Skidby. "T-shirt."

"Collect race number on the day." Confusingly, the postal entry form and the online entry web page disagree as to whether entries on the day are permitted. "Venue is the Meltham Community Sports Centre and Meltham Cricket Club, Mean Lane." "Memento." I don't know how accurate this map is.

"One of the Tees Trail Winter 5K Races taking place on Oct 9th, Nov 6th, Nov 20th, Dec 11th, Jan 29th, Feb 26th and Mar 26th." "Pre-registration for the races is required at trailraces.co.uk/register.php - you only have to pre-register once for all of our trail races even if you cannot make all them - for the races that you attend, you will pay your entry fee on the day." "Registration is from 0900; the 2K youth race (8 to 14 years old) will start at 0930 and the 5K adult race will kick off at 1000." "The youth race costs 2 pounds and the senior race is 3 pounds for affiliated runners and 5 pounds for unattached." "The woodland within Preston Park was declared a nature reserve in 2004 - it is a former Victorian Quarry that has now been reclaimed by nature - part of the quarry is now flooded and provides a home for frogs, toads, newts and birds such as moorhen, as well as a host of invertebrates - the mature woodland of beech, alder, ash, horse chestnut and oak provides for a wealth of wildlife and woodland flowers."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Venue is the Temple Park Leisure Centre, John Reid Road." "A fast 5km course on the paths of Temple Park." "The course is 1 full lap and a shorter lap." "It is all on paths and has been designed to run fast times." "All abilities of runner are welcome."

The 2016 race was full by Jan 24th 2016. "Venue is the Dewsbury Sports Centre, Longcauseway." "Start and finish, Dewsbury Ring Road." "Don't miss out on the glamour of this flat winter traversal of the Bradford Road, passing Batley's hottest nightspots." "T-shirt."

This is the date that is given at www.todharriers.co.uk. "Start/finish in the beautiful Centre Vale Park." "The course consists of two laps of tarmac park road on Centre Vale Park, followed by a single hilly lap of rural and town centre roads finishing back on the park road - the high point of the course is just before half way on Todmorden Edge, before the long descent down to Bacup Road and back into town along Rochdale Road." "Total climbing is 219m."

The race was full by Feb 2nd for the 2016 race, by Jan 2nd for the 2014 race and by Dec 29th for the 2013 race. "Race numbers and chips are to be collected on the day from the Community Centre." "Mile markers." "Chip timing." "Long-sleeved T-shirt."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "Venue is the Town Moor (next to the Exhibition Park cafe)." "Parking on Claremont Road and other local parking bays on Jesmond." "The traffic-free course is on mainly tarmac paths around the Moor - the course is 2 laps of a flat and fast course." "Chip timing." "T-shirt is extra."

"One of a series of six races taking place on Oct 23rd, Nov 20th, Dec 4th, Jan 8th, Feb 12th and Mar 12th. "Discount if you enter the series." "Venue is the Marsden Old Quarry." "The Quarry is a real hidden gem in the town and the course tests you on a variety of trails, steps, hills and mud! The route allows you to enjoy the fantastic views of South Shields and beyond as you run across one of the highest points in South Shields. This race is perfect for all levels of ability, whether you’re a beginner to the trails or you’re an experienced runner looking for a good workout or a low key race. " "All runners receive a medal at the end of the series." "Take part in our Winter Series points table."

"A running festival with two days of races in the beautiful surroundings of Bolton Abbey. On Saturday you can choose to run the Ultra, the Marathon or the Half Marathon - all start at 9:00 am." There are also events on Sunday.

"There is an early bird discount for the Half Marathon of 5 pounds before Jan 6th." "Our popular Harewood House Half Marathon is back for a third time in 2017, this time with a 10K on offer too. Both routes takes place within the Harewood House estate, and offer tough terrain, running off-road along muddy tracks and forest trails. It won't be easy but the amazing views over Yorkshire's treasured historical house will make the challenge all the more rewarding." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal." "Harewood House and its grounds are closed to the public on the date of the event and spectators will therefore only be able to watch the event from the start/finish area."

"A running festival with two days of races in the beautiful surroundings of Bolton Abbey." Here's a link to the advert for the events taking place on Saturday. "On Sunday there's a second chance to run the Marathon and Half Marathon distances starting at 9:00 am. For those wanting a shorter race there will be a 10K starting at 13:00 and a 5K at 14:30. In the middle of the day at 12:00 noon there will be a Junior 2 mile race and fun run. Entries for the fun run are on the day."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." I've not seen a postal entry form yet. Although the closing date is Feb 17th, the race was full in 2016 on Feb 22nd and in 2015 on Jan 30th. "Venue is the Huddersfield Rugby Union Club, Lockwood Park." "The course is undulating (Yorkshire Style) - what do you expect in the Pennines - but with a fast finish." "Chip timing." "Quality performance T-shirt." "On race day there are morning snacks (bacon butties etc.) which can, at least, be enjoyed by the spectators and the bar is open afterwards, which the runners can now enjoy for a well earned drink." My opinion (from when I did it in 2003 and 2004) is that the "Yorkshire Style" of "Undulating" is what I would call "hilly" but I did enjoy the fast downhill finish!

Entries for the 2017 race opened on Sat Oct 8th 2016 at 1030. The 2017 race became full in less than 3.5 hours; the 2016 race was full in about 5 hours and the 2015 race was full within 24 hours. "This popular and well established race is a fairly flat, fast 10 miler, ideal as part of London Marathon training or as an early target for your season. As its name suggests, the course has a winding stretch that snakes its way through beautiful East Yorkshire countryside at the foot of the glorious Wolds - the course starts on Garths End in Pocklington and heads north through the villages of Meltonby, Bishop Wilton, Bolton and Yapham Mill. Returning to Pockington to finish in the Market Place." "Chip timing." "Spot prizes." "Mug."

"One of the Tees Trail Winter 5K Races taking place on Oct 9th, Nov 6th, Nov 20th, Dec 11th, Jan 29th, Feb 26th and Mar 26th." "Pre-registration for the races is required at trailraces.co.uk/register.php - you only have to pre-register once for all of our trail races even if you cannot make all them - for the races that you attend, you will pay your entry fee on the day." "Registration is from 0900; the 2K youth race (8 to 14 years old) will start at 0930 and the 5K adult race will kick off at 1000." "The youth race costs 2 pounds and the senior race is 3 pounds for affiliated runners and 5 pounds for unattached." "With its wildflower meadows, reedbeds, ponds, marsh and woodland, Billingham Beck is a real haven for wildlife. Birds such as kingfishers and wagtails can be spotted along the beck, while the wetland habitats attract species such as snipe, sedge warbler, coot and moorhen."

"Out and back course from Bampton village (which is 9 miles S of Penrith, 4 miles W of Shap)." "Passes along the shores of Haweswater in a remote and dramatic mountain valley." "Hilly course offers an exhilarating run in unique surroundings." "Mug (filled with piping hot tea)and a flapjack. "Keep your race number if you wish to obtain a discount on New Balance purchases (minimum spend 20 pounds) at their Shap outlet." "Junior race as well - this is approx 2.5K and it starts just after the main race."

As in 2016, this race is being held on a Saturday. "Multi-terrain race that takes you through the Lightwater Valley Theme Park and into the surrounding countryside." "It follows gravel tracks with a little off road running. Overall the race is a combination of flat and undulating." "Mile markers." "Medal." 3K fun run (at 1030) as well.

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "The organisers prefer you to enter online." "The Dentdale Run is a 14.2 mile, 332 yard road race staged on the roads and lanes around Dentdale, the Yorkshire Dales's beautiful 'secret' dale. Following a figure-of-eight course, it winds up hill and down dale, starting and finishing at Dent Primary School, where finishers are treated to a hot drink, sandwich and cake! The race is one of the most scenic road races you are ever likely to do! Plus, new for 2017, a shorter 7.5 mile race that takes in the the first half of the course before cutting back to the village." "Chip timing."

"Venue is Leeds Postal Sports Association Club, 4 Beecroft Street." "A scenic, fast and flat, out-and-back route along the beautiful tow path, great for achieving PBs. Pick your distance, from the ultimate challenge of the Ultra to the sprint of the 10K with the chance to pit yourself against the Marathon or Half Marathon distances in between. All four races start at 9:30 am."

"An undulating road race along the scenic Lorton valley with fantastic mountain views. The race starts at Lorton bridge and does a loop down to Loweswater, up Scale Hill and back to finish at the school." "K markers."

"Venue is the Shawhead Village Hall." "Glenkiln is a truly beautiful area and the route will take in the delights of the Glenkiln Reservoir and the surrounding countryside." In previous years, the route went pass several of the area's famous statues such as Henry Moore's 'King and Queen' and Rodin's 'John the Baptist'. "Although organisation of the event will be fairly minimal, marshals and signs will be located at strategic points on the course and this year we will have two water stations set up at around 4 and 9 miles."

"One of a series of six races taking place on Oct 23rd, Nov 20th, Dec 4th, Jan 8th, Feb 12th and Mar 12th. "Discount if you enter the series." "Venue is the Marsden Old Quarry." "The Quarry is a real hidden gem in the town and the course tests you on a variety of trails, steps, hills and mud! The route allows you to enjoy the fantastic views of South Shields and beyond as you run across one of the highest points in South Shields. This race is perfect for all levels of ability, whether you’re a beginner to the trails or you’re an experienced runner looking for a good workout or a low key race. " "All runners receive a medal at the end of the series." "Take part in our Winter Series points table."

This web page reports that "the Cartmel Trail is currently 50 per cent full (as of Nov 16th 2016)". "The early bird entry fee is available until 31st January." "Start times: 1100 - 10km, 1115 - 5km, 1300 - 18km Trail Challenge and 1400 - 18km Trail Race." "Starting and finishing at Cartmel Racecourse, the NEW! 5km Cartmel Sport Trail, 10km Cartmel Trail Run, 18km Cartmel Trail Challenge and 18km Cartmel Trail Race take you on off-road journeys through some of the most scenic and varied countryside in the Lake District, along a 'Beauty and Beast' of a course. The trails are mainly along waymarked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways, giving panoramic views of both Morecambe Bay and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are variable with a bit of everything. Good fast sections, but it can be very sticky in places, especially if wet!" "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt memento, ladies and men's." "Fun runs for all abilities of children (under 12) within the finishing arena."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Four races on Mar 18th, Jun 3rd, Sep 23rd and Dec 9th. "Venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)." "Off road trail course." "There is also a mini shuffle for juniors as well."

"Early bird discount is available." "Starting and finishing in Centenary Square, the course is fast and flat, making it a fantastic race for beginners and those in search of their personal best." "Route closed to traffic." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt."

"Entries open 1 January 2017." This race is one of the three races taking place in Locke Park on Mar 19th, May 10th and Oct 29th. Each event takes place on a 1M course. "This race has 20 laps." runbritain has entries for a 10M race as well as the 20M race - I need to check whether the organisers are offering both.

"Collect race number on the day." "All car parking will be at Kirkley Hall." "Starting and finishing at Kirkley Hall, the course is undulating and has some fast downhill sections and steady climbs." "M markers." "T-shirt, medal."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "Venue is Thirsk Racecourse, Station Road." "We have a fast flat course which lends itself to a fast time and gives all abilities a chance of achieving a PB." "Chip timing." "T-shirt." "Wheelchair race (at 1050) and 1.5M off road fun run (at 1000) as well."

The South Huddersfield Trail and Road Series are on Mar 19th, Jun 10th, Jul 16th, Sep 10th and Sep 30th. There's a discount for entering the Series. "Venue of the Windmill 6 is the Birdsedge Village Hall, Huddersfield Road." "The route is an anti-clockwise loop around the windmills on the top of Spicer Hill and taking in the breathtaking views across Huddersfield, Wakefield, Penistone and surrounding areas." "Medal."

This is the date that is given at www.coniston14.co.uk. "The race starts and finishes at John Ruskin School, Lake Road." "Hilly route that follows the road that circles Coniston water in an anti-clockwise direction." "Stunning views of the surrounding mountains."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Race HQ is the Plough Inn (Roughwood Road, S61 4LF)." "Starts and finishes on Fenton Road (opposite the Ring o' Bells, S61 3RG)." "Two laps of Bassingthorpe Spring (which is an ancient woodland) and adjoining ground and farmland." "Wide grass verges and rural footpaths in this urban area." "No road." "Undulating."

"Take on a challenging 10K or 5K. Both runs follow a circular route through the parks, paths and roads of Keighley." "The 10K starts at 0900, but we ask that people arrive by 0820 to register and collect their timing chip." "Venue is the Victoria Park." "T-shirt." "As the event always falls on Mothers Day, many people run in honour or in memory of their mum." "All mothers who cross the line will also receive a red carnation as a gift on Mothers Day." "We are now adding a 5K route to the Keighley BigK. The 5K starts in Lund Park at 0915 and the route finishes alongside the 10K runners in Victoria Park."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A 20 mile race across the footpaths of Darlington's South Park comprising 20 equal circuits of one mile." "Using predominantly the same course as the parkrun, although removing the infamous 'Squirrel Hill' and starting outside the tropical bird cage…well it has a parrot, runners will head out past the children's play area before taking a sharp left down a slight incline before taking another left all the way down to the bandstand. Runners will go around the outskirts of the bandstand and past the bird lake on the runners right hand side until they are adjacent to the river Skerne before turning left one last time back to the starting point." "Flat and fast, PB potential." Please e-mail me if you see any other information on the web about this event.

"One of the Tees Trail Winter 5K Races taking place on Oct 9th, Nov 6th, Nov 20th, Dec 11th, Jan 29th, Feb 26th and Mar 26th." "Pre-registration for the races is required at trailraces.co.uk/register.php - you only have to pre-register once for all of our trail races even if you cannot make all them - for the races that you attend, you will pay your entry fee on the day." "Registration is from 0900. the 2K youth race (8 to 14 years old) will start at 0930 and the 5K adult race will kick off at 1000." "The youth race costs 2 pounds and the senior race is 3 pounds for affiliated runners and 5 pounds for unattached." "More of a park run, but this race is still as scenic as the others, with a bandstand, fountain and a lake to run round (watch out for the swans, they sometimes like to join in!) - this is a flat and fast course with some small inclines - good for a pb, but still not an easy run!"

"The Run Northumberland Cragside 10km takes place in the beautiful surrounding of the National Trust Cragside estate near Rothbury." "The traffic-free 10k course is on the carriage drive that encircles the picturesque house and estate developed by Tyneside industrialist and inventor Lord Armstrong. The race starts and finishes near the visitors centre, and is just over one full lap of the estate."

The 2016 race became full on Dec 24th 2015. "Collect your race number from the Race HQ which is at the Baildon Rugby Club, Jenny Lane." "The race start is about 1.2K (all flat or downhill) from the Race HQ." "A scenic route with woodland trail, canal towpath and beautiful stretches across moorland." RW once wrote "... varied multi-terrain conditions ... takes in open moorland. steep, single-track woodland climbs and descents. stretches of tarmac past back-to-back terrace houses. canal towpaths. and even sandy horse gallops." "Spot prizes." "Memento." "There is a Half Marathon walk as well at 0830."

"Venue is the Fountains CE Primary School." "Run over a mixed terrain course including road, trail and moor." "Undulating." "On the short section that crosses the moor (either side of the 2M mark) it has been known to become very boggy if the weather has been wet." "Chip timing." "Spot prizes." "T-shirt." "New for 2017: Top 10 male and female medals." "An Appleton's pork pie, banana, home-made flapjack, water and a mug of tea all included." "The is also a Fun Run at 1000 - this is just over 2K - starting in the village playground, along a very quiet rural road, through privately owned fields and back to the playground."

"Early bird discount is available." "Starting in Clarence Park Arena, Thrones Park and heading out on to Horbury Road this race uses a popular straight out and back road route." "Due to its undulating, fast course, it is known for setting personal bests." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt." "Due to your feedback, we will not be issuing a finishers medal. Because of this, we have been able to freeze the entry price for 2017." "There is also a 1K multi-terrain Mini Run which starts on the closed road and then runs into Thornes Park - it is open to all ages and abilities."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

"Collect race number on the day." "Early bird discount ends on Mar 12th." "Sport in Action had intended to return to Longtown in 2017 for the 'Arthuret 10'. But unfortunately we could not find a suitable venue for the race so we have decided to move the race near to Carlisle. We believe we have found a little gem: a 2 lap event that takes in the 3 beautiful villages of Wetheral, Cumwhinton and Scotby. So this 10M race has been given the name '3 Village 10'." "Venue is the Community Hall." The race is run on quiet country roads." "It starts at the Green Wetheral and finishes close to the Community Hall. Best described as undulating, the course starts at an elevation of 193ft and has a maximum elevation of 233ft. Over the 2 laps, you will gain approx 389ft." "Medal."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Start/finish is at Quay Road, Quayside (NE24 3AR)." "On public footpath and cycle ways from Blyth Quayside to Seaton Sluice and return." "Fast, flat."

Although runbritain says Apr 16th, the organiser's web page says Apr 9th. "Venue is the York Gliding Centre." "Ten miles not 13.1, but just like its big sibling (the Vale of York Half Marathon), the race takes off from a runway (a different one) to glide around some fast, flat, traffic-free closed roads." "Chip timing." First held in 2016.

"The race boasts one of the most scenic routes in the UK, combining a great city centre start and finish with some of the Peak District's most spectacular views." "The route starts in the heart of the city. Runners then journey along Ecclesall Road before taking a right turn up towards Ringinglow. Then they run along country roads and on to the famous Norfolk Arms, where the route takes a left turn and offers superb views of the city of Sheffield and the Peak District. Those views are then left behind as the course headed downhill to the outskirts of Dore, back to Ecclesall Road and on to the grand finish at the Town Hall." "Participants take the 'triple test', tackling a timed 'King of the Hill' or 'Queen of the Hill' challenge, a 10K sprint section and the overall half marathon." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, goody bag."

"Race HQ is on the cliff top adjacent to Lime Kiln Lane Car Park, Lime Kiln Lane." "The race uses the footpaths and trails within the grounds of Sewerby Hall as well as on the cliff top." "Some of the course is on grass and woodland trails." "Medal, Easter Eggs and other seasonal goodies." "Discounted entry to Sewerby Hall and gardens." "2K fun run (at 0955) and a children's 1K Easter Egg Scurry (at 0940) as well."

This race is one of a series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks taking place on Apr 14th, Apr 26th, Jun 11th, Jul 19th and Sep 6th. "Save 10 pounds if you pre-enter all 5 races. In 2016, the Mermaid 10K was on Mar 25th and the race was full by Feb 8th. In 2015 the race was on Apr 3rd and it was full by Feb 20th. "Numbers for each race need to be collected on the day - series entries will get a new number for each race - the numbers will have chips attached." "Venue is 'The Mermaid', Redcar Road." "Chip timing."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Multi-terrain." "The course starts at Cockermouth School and levels the town via Isel Road - the first 3M are on undulating road - after 3M there is a sharp turn onto an uneven track which ascends the Hay through Setmurthy woods - as runners leave the woods the path becomes grass and after a short distance begins to descend the Hay to the road - there is a final short section of road back to the School." "The grass footpath can become slippery when wet particularly on the steeper sections."

This is the date that is given at www.northeastmarathonclub.co.uk. "Venue is the Visitor's centre." "A 4 (marathon) or 2 (half) lap route around the Druridge Bay Country Park - the route includes a run on the beautiful beach and sand dunes, passing the large freshwater lakes and surrounding meadows, plus a section through the woodland - it includes some closed roads, sand and trails." Please e-mail me if you see online/postal entry for the 2017 event.

This is a guess at the date. This race uses "tracks, paths, the Leeds-Liverpool canal towpath and road". "It goes past Emmerdale's Woolpack in Esholt." In previous years, you got a bottle of Briscoe Brewery's Guiseley Gallop beer.

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Collect race number on the day." "Venue is Helmsley Sports and Social Club, Baxtons Lane." "Multi terrain race partly on road, partly on forestry track and footpaths and fields." "First 300 finishers are guaranteed a commemorative mug and an Easter Egg." "There are races on the sports field for children aged 3 to 14 starting at 11.00am."

Although there is a closing date of Mar 31st, in 2016 the race was on Mar 27th and it was full by Feb 1st. "Limit is 2200." "Starts at The Parks Sports Centre, Howdon Road." "One of the most scenic running events in the UK - the route takes in a working Fish Quay, the River Tyne, English Heritage property Tynemouth Priory and Castle and a long stretch of coastline before finishing at St. Mary's Lighthouse in Whitley Bay." "Chip timing." "T-shirt." "Coach transport is available at the finish line back to the start - please be patient as a number of shuttle runs may be necessary."

"The route involves running on a mixture of tarmac and a gravel forest road." "Chip timing." "Medal." "The race takes place in Hamsterley Forest which "Is a delightful 2000 hectare oasis, sprawling along the sides of a sheltered valley - visitors to Hamsterley have no shortage of options when it comes to forest adventure or a tranquil getaway from the hustles of modern living."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Road race on undulating quiet roads. It begins on Low Road in Brigham and heads up hill to the village of Greysouthen before returning via Broughton Cross to the finish on Low Road."

This is the date that is given at www.wallsendharriers.org. In 2016 this race was on a new course and started from a new venue: the flat, fast, largely traffic-free 1-lap course took place at theCobalt Business Park, starting from the West Allotment Country Park, opposite The Village Hotel (NE27 0BY).

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Parking and registration is at Biddick Academy School, Biddick Lane." "It is about a 10 minute walk from the race registration area to the start/finish area." "The race starts in the scenic and undulating James Steel Park and follows a great trail along the River Wear, before looping back round to Cox Green. You will then head into some lesser known secret trails before looping back around to Cox Green and then heading back to the start/finish area." "This is challenging trail 10K that shows of some of Washington's hidden trails." "All finishers will receive a medal and a buff."

This race is one of a series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks taking place on Apr 14th, Apr 26th, Jun 11th, Jul 19th and Sep 6th. "Save 10 pounds if you pre-enter all 5 races." "If you do not enter the Series, then you can only enter the 5K races on the night." "Numbers for each race need to be collected on the day - series entries will get a new number for each race - the numbers will have chips attached." "Venue is the Redcar Rugby Club, Green Lane." "Chip timing."

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. In 2015, the race was full by April 18th. "Venue is the Heath Rugby Club, Stainland Road." "Collect race number on the day." "This is a multi-terrain race through woodland, canal towpaths, trails and cobbled streets with the occasional hill here and there. This unique course incorporates some of the most scenic views within the heart of Yorkshire and a refreshing river crossing to finish!" "Hot food and drinks available." "There will be family entertainment during and after the race."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "This year, the 10K is starting at 1400." I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Venue is the Memorial Hall." "A fast and undulating course starting in Kirkbymoorside and running through the beautiful villages of Gillamoor and Fadmoor." "The finish is a wonderful downhill stretch along the High Street and spectators line the street and encourage finishers all the way to the end." "Chip timing." "Mug." "There is also a 0.4K kids dash, a 1M race, a 4K teen's race and a 4K adult fun run."

One of a series of Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead, Endmoor and Staveley. Discount if you enter all five races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online. "Registration for the Kendal 10K is at the Kendal Leisure Centre." "Starts near the Leisure Centre and then travels through the villages of Natland and Sedgwick before taking a short loop and returning through Natland once more and finishing in Kendal." "It is a generally undulating course." "Postal closing date is 7 days before the race." I guess the online closing date is May02@2359.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

"The early bird entry fee is available until 31st January." "Start times: 1100 - 10km, 1115 - 5km, 1300 - 17km Trail Challenge and 1400 - 17km Trail Race." "Starting and finishing at Staveley Recreation Ground, the NEW! 5km Kentmere Sport Trail, 10km Kentmere Trail Run, 17km Kentmere Trail Race and 17km Kentmere Trail Challenge courses follow well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways, taking in panoramic views of most of the southern Lakeland fells. The trail climbs out from Staveley above the Kentmere valley, before returning along the valley itself past idyllic tarns and through ancient woodland, climbing Reston Scar before the descent back into Staveley village. Underfoot conditions are quite variable and there's a bit of everything! Short sections of tarmac, grassy footpaths, stony bridleways with some stiles to climb over near the end, all add to the unique nature of the event. " "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt memento, ladies and men's." "Fun runs for all abilities of children (under 12) within the finishing arena."

"Early bird discount for entries by Dec 31st 2016." "The Half starts at 1000 and the 10K starts at 1030." "Starting from Ravenscar Village Hall situated 700 feet above sea level, overlooking Robin Hood's Bay in the North York Moors National Park and midway between Whitby and Scarborough, the route then gently descends the beautiful coastal path along the dramatic sea cliffs, with panoramic views down the coast line towards Scarborough, on reaching Petard point its through Staintondale via open fields, woodland and the disused railway line until you reach Cloughton Wyke, then it's back to Ravenscar all the way on the coastal footpath via the picturesque roller coastal of Hayburn Wyke (that's a nice way of saying a killer of a down and uphill section that will make your legs and lungs burn). Then back to Ravenscar for those stunning sea cliff views (though you will still be sweating from the last bit and hoping for the sea wind not to blow)." "We also hold a 10K event along part of the route of the Half on the same day."

"Eary bird discount until Nov 30th 2016 at 2359." "The races will start/finish at Keel Square." "The 10K starts at 1000 - subject to change." "The 10K takes in some of the best sights in the City, including the sea front, Roker Park and the famous River Wear." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag." There is a Half Marathon as well.

"Eary bird discount until Nov 30th 2016 at 2359." "The races will start/finish at Keel Square." "The Half Marathon starts at 1025 - subject to change." "The Half Marathon is held entirely within the city centre and the coastal road to Roker Park". "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag." There is a 10K event as well.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The event was sold out in 2015." "For teams of three runners. "Each runner runs 2M." There was a new venue for 2016: the Cobalt Business Park, Silverlink North which was a "fast, flat course (great for a PB and largely traffic-free".

"Entries open 1 January 2017." This race is one of the three races taking place in Locke Park on Mar 19th, May 10th and Oct 29th. Each event takes place on a 1M course. "This race has 5 laps." "You get pie and peas or a cheese pasty."

"Online entry will open at 1200 on Sat Feb 4th 2017." In 2016, entries opened just before 1200 on Sat Feb 6th 2016 and the race was full by about 1300 on Sun Feb 7th 2016. "The race starts outside the spectacular twin-towered Beverley Minster, regarded as among one of the finest Gothic churches of Cathedral size in Europe - it then passes through the medieval North Bar and across the glorious green-belt on the edge of town, known as Beverley Westwood, towards the village of Walkington - runners then return to Beverley's Market Place and the impressive finish through the town's market square and pedestrianised shopping zone."

"Setting off from The Headrow, the course turns left into New Briggate and out of the city centre towards Meanwood. Then it's up Stonegate Road and left on to the Ring Road. An easy stretch down Hawksworth Road before, at around the 9-mile mark, a left on to Abbey Road and the run for home along Kirkstall Road and back into the city centre. The route goes past the historic Town Hall before taking a left into Cookridge Street, past the Raddison Hotel and on to the finish line." "Chip timing." In 2016, you got a technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag.

This race is from South Shields to Roker. "A bus sevice is available from finish to the start before the race - please choose this when entering if you require it." "There is NO transport after the race." "The run starts on the beach at South Shields Pier and follows a superb scenic route along the cliff paths past Marsden Rock, Souter Lighthouse, passing very quickly by the Firing Range, on to the beach at Whitburn and finishing at Roker Pier in Sunderland." "Runners must keep away from public highways - failure to do so will result in disqualification." "Goody bag."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The Ripon 10 is a multi-terrain, undulating course mainly on footpaths through parkland." "The race starts on Hell Wath Nature Reserve, goes up Whitcliffe Lane onto public footpaths through Mackershaw Woods and then down to the Seven Bridges where it turns sharply right to go over the bridges and on up to Plumpton Lane and the entrance to the deer park - after going through the deer park and round the back of the Fountains Abbey estate the race makes its way back to Hell Wall via Fountains Lane and Whitcliffe Lane."

"Race HQ is at the Wentworth Leisure Centre." "The race starts in the Market Place (next to the Abbey)." "The route will take in Hexham town centre then Tyne Green Country Park and run along the River Tyne to Warden and Fourstones. Returning along the banks of the Tyne to finish on Tyne Green." Not to be confused with the Hexham Half Marathon taking place on July 16th.

"There is an early bird discount of 1 pound until Apr 17th." "A race briefing will be held at the back of the Sands Centre at 1845 prompt before athletes are walked for the 1915 start at the Cathedral which is approximately 800m away." "A mixture of road, footpath and grass multi-terrain race held very close to the city centre." "Based largely on city trails and being only a stones throw of the city centre on most of the route, the Carlisle City Urban Trail aims to showcase some hidden gems that Carlisle has to offer." "The finish will be in Bitts Park near the tennis courts." "Medal."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "Early bird is available until Jan 9th." "Venue is Brathay Hall." "Assemble at 0950 for a 1000 start - these times are subject to change." "The course takes you through some of the Lake District’s most stunning scenery as you pass through the picturesque village of Hawkshead, towards Newby Bridge at the Southern end of Windermere. You then head back to Brathay Hall passing through cheering crowds in Bowness and Waterhead. The race ends on the front lawn of Brathay Hall, where a fantastic atmosphere will greet you at the finish line." "Chip timing." "Medal, goody bag." "T-shirt is extra."

One of a series of Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead, Endmoor and Staveley. Discount if you enter all five races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online. "Registration for the Levens 10K is at the Village Hall." "Starts in Levens Village and then moves out onto the flat plains of the Lyth Valley for about 4K before starting the climb up into Brigsteer and around the village before climbing once more through Brigsteer Woods and back to Levens." "Postal closing date is 7 days before the race."

"This race starts near the main entrance of Vindolanda and finishes in the site outside of the ancient Roman fort. The race is a certified 10K loop on quiet rural roads." "The profile is described as hilly." "K markers." "2017 will be the second running of this event which was our most popular mid-week race in 2016. The course is testing but the new bespoke Roman Coin Medal will make it worth doing!" "T-shirt is extra."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. Melmerby is situated off the A61, 4.5M north of Ripon and 1M from junction 50 of the A1M. "Undulating one lap course." Although described as "undulating", I think it's a flatish type of "undulating" (as the OS heights vary just between 34 and 48 metres). "Many competitors achieve their PBs or SBs on this 10K."

Although there is a closing date of May 26th (at midnight), in 2016 the race was full by May 20th. "Collect race number and chip on the day." "Venue is the Northallerton Town Hall, High Street." "This testing route takes you from Northallerton's High Street, out onto quiet country roads giving you spectacular views across the Vale to the Pennines, looping round to return you into the town centre for a big finish. The route is great for those that want to set a 10K personal best, but also a great challenge with some steady inclines for those that just want to participate and take in some stunning views of our county's capital. This route is designed for all running abilities." "T-shirt." This race was first held in 2016.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Four races on Mar 18th, Jun 3rd, Sep 23rd and Dec 9th. "Venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)." "Off road trail course." "There is also a mini shuffle for juniors as well."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "It is a multi terrain flat, course of approx 1/3 marathon distance (9M) on the banks of the River Ouse." So the terrain is "mainly off road riverbank top - however there are road sections with junction crossings".

Three different prices depending on when you enter. "There is a 3 for 2 offer if you enter the Huddersfield, Wakefield and Halifax races." "Collect race number and chip on the day." "Venue is the YMCA, Laund Hill, New Hey Road, Salendine Nook, Huddersfield." "The route is certainly a bit different. With a single lap for the Half-Marathon runners and two for the Marathon, it has a hilly opening few miles before a kinder run in to the finish. It's challenging, it's the toughest road marathon in the UK!" "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, spot prizes." "There is also a 'Your Nuts' family fun run." "​This year we are bringing a summer fete feel to the event village with bands, food stalls and a whole lot more, remember to bring your family and friends."

"Venue is the Community Centre." "Warter village is situated approximately 4 miles east of Pocklington." "From Warter, the race route heads out along a scenic backwater lane, towards the village of Nunburnholme, which itself is part of the Yorkshire Wolds Way. Take a left turn to climb Nunburnholme Hill with its spectacular and far-reaching views. Have a well-earned drink at the half way stage, before leaving the road and hitting the Bridleway trail, descending through the Woodland section. Finally, as you emerge into the sunlight, take a right turn and return to Warter village." "Memento." Here is a link to a map produced by the course measurer and I think it is up-to-date. "Food and refreshments available." "Inaugural race."

"Venue is the Carlisle Racecourse, Durdar Road." "A mixture of quiet country roads which are generally flat or gently undulating." "The run will finish directly in front of the Racecourse grandstand." "Refreshments will be available to purchase from the racecourse bar."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

Entries for the 2016 Blaydon Race opened for affiliated runners on Web Feb 3rd 2016 at 1900 and the allocation of about 1800 places were taken in about 2 hours - entries for everyone opened on Thu Feb 4th 2016 at 1900 and about 2400 places were taken in about an hour. For the 2017 race, I guess there will be "an expected start time of 1915". "The route of the race is from Balmbras, Cloth Market, Newcastle upon Tyne along Collingwood Street and Scotswood Road past Armstrongs Factory and over Scotswood Bridge to finish in the Shibdon Road Playing Fields in Blaydon from about 1940."

The South Huddersfield Trail and Road Series are on Mar 19th, Jun 10th, Jul 16th, Sep 10th and Sep 30th. There's a discount for entering the Series. "Venue of the School Run is Holme School, Meal Hill Lane." "The School Run is a scenic and challenging course entirely off road. Run down from Holme School to Digley reservoir on little known paths before running a figure of 8 shaped course on hilly and varied trails. Climb back to finish." I don't know how accurate this map is. "Medal." "Summer Wine Trails events include the main trail race as well as a Challenge Walk version which sets off 1 hour earlier as well as children's races."

"Start times: marathon 0900, half marathon 0930." "The Baht’at trail marathon and half marathon are multi-terrain races in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. Starting at Keighley's Victoria Park, the race will head over Ilkley Moor and return back to the finish in Keighley." "The Marathon is two laps of the route of the Half." "The races will hopefully be chip timed with a wristband dibber system." "Medal." "Inaugural event."

This race is one of a series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks taking place on Apr 14th, Apr 26th, Jun 11th, Jul 19th and Sep 6th. "Save 10 pounds if you pre-enter all 5 races." "Limit of 250 was reached weeks before for both 10Ks in recent years." "Numbers for each race need to be collected on the day - series entries will get a new number for each race - the numbers will have chips attached." "Venue is 'The Mermaid', Redcar Road." "Chip timing."

"Venue is the Mabie Forest, which is 4M south of Dumfries, off the A710." "Race limit of 120." "Race to be staged on beautiful trails and paths." "Memento." "The Mabie Forest also offers superb facilities for Mountain Biking, Forest Walks and Picnics."

"Parking is free in the village car park." "The Race HQ is the Cricket Pavilion in front of Bamburgh Castle." "The race starts at the Castle, then through Bamburgh, south towards Seahouses, back up the sea road and finishing at the Castle." The profile is described as "flat". "T-shirt is extra."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Venue is the Gosforth Playing Field." "Undulating course on the Western Coast of the Lake District, with spectacular views of Scafell Pike and Great Gable." In previous years, the route visited Holmrook, Irton Levels, Santon Bridge and Santon.

"Collect race number on the day." Although there is postal closing date of Jun 12th and online entries close at 2359 on Jun 12th, both forms of entry also say "entries after Jun 7th incur a 2 pounds levy and will not qualify for prizes". "The surface conditions are in general, well made trails, grass, stone and a few hundred metres of tarmac pavement towards the finish. Depending on the amount of rainfall some areas can be wet and muddy underfoot. The route is free of obstructions such as stiles and bridges. " "Memento." "1M family fun run as well (at 1900)." "Sandall Beat Wood is a popular woodland in Doncaster - it was established in the early 1800s and it is recognised as a SSSI and Local Nature Reserve - it covers 140 acres."

"Online and postal entries will open on 1st January 2017." "There will be a limited entry of 250 for this race and there will be no entries on the day." "Start/finish in Rother Valley Country Park." The three lakes are at "Rother Valley, Treeton and Ulley." "80% off-road run."

"Our Asda Foundation Hull 10K, about to enter its seventh year, showcases the very best this East Riding city has to offer. With a new route for 2016, runners are set for a change of scenery! Never fear, though - the route is still largely flat and fast and suitable for participants just starting their running journey or more seasoned athletes. " "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, goody bag."

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Park in Herrington Park, Chester Road." "Starting at the bottom of the iconic Penshaw Hill. Runners will work their way around the hill to the top of the monument before heading back down in the fantastic trails of James Steel Park. You will run through some very scenic and undulating trails. Before heading up mountain goat hill to finish on Penshaw Monument itself." "Medal." There is also the Pieces of Eight Penshaw Half Marathon which is taking place the same morning at 1000.

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Park in Herrington Park, Chester Road." "Starting at the bottom of the iconic Penshaw Hill, runners will work their way around the hill to the top of the monument before heading back down in the fantastic trails of James Steel Park. The half marathon route cross over the bridge to Cox Green to explore some less well known trails on the North side of the River Wear. You will run through some very scenic and undulating trails. Before heading up mountain goat hill to finish on Penshaw Monument itself." "We describe the route as undulating, some that have actually taken part in the race, go as far to say that this course is brutal." "T-shirt, medal." There is also the Pieces of Eight Penshaw 10K on the same morning at 1015.

Three different prices depending on when you enter. "There is a 3 for 2 offer if you enter the Huddersfield, Wakefield and Halifax races." "Collect race number and chip on the day." Venue seems to be the Waterton Countryside Discovery Centre, Anglers Country Park, Haw Park Lane, Wintersett - this is about 6M from Wakefield. "Multi-terrain course, most of the surface is man made (tarmac, concrete etc.) but some sections are natural tracks and trails, with some fantastic views." "The route is challenging, no where near as hilly as Huddersfield marathon, Wakefield is luckily a little flatter." "The Wakefield Half marathon is one lap whereas the full marathon is two laps." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, spot prizes."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "This race starts in the village of Cambo (1K from Wallington Hall) and finishes under the clocktower of Wallington Hall - the race is a loop on undulating rural roads with some challenging hills and some steady downhill sections."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Venue is Whiston PC Cricket Club, Doles Lane." "5 mile track and path race out and back with far end loop." Please e-mail me if you see any other information on the web about this event.

This race is not open to unattached runners as it is "a relay race for teams of three from UKA affiliated clubs". "Forms and details of the 2017 Relays will posted to all running clubs in the North East Area in February 2017." In 2016, the race was full by Jun 8th. "Takes place in the Weetslade Country Park." "Scenic, undulating, traffic-free, multi-terrain course."

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "The race is a circular route of not less than half marathon distance close to a section of Hadrian's Wall with outstanding views of this World Heritage Site." "The route is of mixed terrain of grass path, forest track and approx 4.4M of road." In 2016, you got a T-shirt and there were spot prizes.

"Parking is available on Acre Street across from the Huddersfield Royal Infirmary - the Lidget Street/Hollybank Road car park will be closed." "The Race HQ is located near to the start/finish area on Lidget Street." "The course rises from 218m at the start to 286m at 3K,then 142m at 8K and then back to 218m at the finish." "Lidget St is closed to traffic for the start and finish." Here is a link to a map produced by the course measurer but I don't know how up-to-date it is. "There is a fun run as well (at 0900)."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "This race starts near the main entrance of Kirkley Hall and finishes on the private campus road." "The race is a loop on quiet rural roads." "Undulating."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "It is a rural race held on 1 lap of country roads with spectacular views of Ingleborough and the Yorkshire 3 peaks. The course is undulating so expect to be challenged."

Three different prices depending on when you enter. "There is a 3 for 2 offer if you enter the Huddersfield, Wakefield and Halifax races." "Collect race number and chip on the day." "Venue is The Arches, E Mill, Dean Clough." "With one lap for Half-Marathon runners and two for the Marathon, it's a hilly opening few miles before a kinder run in to the finish. It's challenging, it's hilly and it's very much a taste of Halifax, with urban, upland, woodland and industrial heritage all mixed together!" "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, spot prizes."

"Collect race number on the day." "Registration is at the Auction Mark." "The race will follow the Coquet to Hepple on the north side (quite flat) using the B6341 and return on the south side through Bickerton and Tossen (on a more hilly route)." "M markers." "T-shirt, medal."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. In 2016, "the race sold out in an incredible 50 minutes". "The race is a flat and fast out and back course starting on the iconic Newcastle Quayside." "The route follows the riverside path, passing underneath or alongside 7 of the Bridges of the Tyne - heading West the course takes you to the Newcastle Business Park before turning and heading back East to finish at the mouth of the Ouseburn."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A road race run on scenic rural roads." "A hilly first 5K, with one particularly steep climb, followed by a more level second 5K with an overall descent back to the school" - so "Once you've climbed the hill it's easy......"

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

The race HQ is Ovingham Middle School (NE42 6DE). The start line is in Ovington (NE42 6DJ) which is about 1M from the race HQ up a gentle hill. "Flat rural, along minor roads and tracks." "The race starts in Ovington before heading downhill to Ovingham then on along the road to Wylam - at Wylam the route joins the disused railway line, then follows the riverside path back to the finish line in the countryside park at Low Prudhoe, near Ovingham Bridge." "Free pie and peas in the School afterwards."

It looks as if 2017 will see the return of this race which was last held in 2012 and which was a favourite of mine when I was running in the North East. The only information I've seen is at www.runbritain.com which says "starting and finishing in Masham Market Square, a road race with a good section of off road paths mid way". That description sounds as if the organisers are going to use much of the previous route. Here's a link to a map I made of the 2006 race. And here's a link to results of the 2012 race. Please e-mail me if you see any other information on the web about the 2017 race.

In 2016, the race was full by Jun 22nd. "Enjoy a tour of the River Tyne as well as some of Gateshead's best sights. Soak up the atmosphere as you head around the route before taking on the newly-named 'Slog on the Tyne' hill! Once you reach the top, you're almost there so get ready for your big finish inside the Gateshead International Stadium!" In 2015 there were K markers and chip timing and you got a T-shirt, medal and finisher’s pack.

Although there is postal closing date of Jul 10th and online entries close at 2359 on Jul 10th, both forms of entry also say "entries after Jul 5th incur a 2 pounds levy and will not qualify for prizes". "A fast three lap course around the town centre for 5K runners and one lap for fun runners." "The races start at 1900 with the Johnymac Family 1M Fun Run." "The second race is the competitive 5K Vets race starting at 1930 and the final race will be the 5K Open race starting at 2000." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt." "Medal for fun run finishers."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. In 2016, the event sold out. "The race is fast and flat." "Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a fun runner the NFR LGBT 5K has something for everyone." "An integral part of the Newcastle Pride weekend, the run celebrates diversity and brings the LGBT and running communities together - the run promises to be a night to remember as always, with walkers in fancy dress mingling with serious athletes."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Start and finish in the picturesque centre of the village." "A challenging multi-terrain single lap course with an undulating mix of tarmac village lanes, gravel farm track and field."

"The Half starts at 0900 and the 5K starts at 0915." "There is only one section of live road which is 107m long. The rest of the race, including the 5K, will have full closures." "The Half passes through Sandhoe and Corbridge." "The Half has M markers and the 5K has K markers." I don't know how accurate this map is. Not to be confused with the Tynedale Half Marathon taking place on May 14th.

The South Huddersfield Trail and Road Series are on Mar 19th, Jun 10th, Jul 16th, Sep 10th and Sep 30th. There's a discount for entering the Series. "Venue of the Toss O' Coin is the Birdsedge Village Hall, Huddersfield Road." "Toss O' Coin is a road race just short of 6 miles with a small section of trail on the hills above, Birdsedge, Shepley and Jackson Bridge. Starting and Finishing at the Toss O' Coin pub on a glorious summer's day it should be great fun for all the family. Plus there is a secret twist just waiting for you." "Medal."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Venue is Doncaster AC's Keepmoat Stadium, Stadium Way." "Off road 5K starting and finishing at the Stadium, with two laps around Lakeside - all flat, ideal for beginners and all the family."

This race is one of a series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks taking place on Apr 14th, Apr 26th, Jun 11th, Jul 19th and Sep 6th. "Save 10 pounds if you pre-enter all 5 races. "If you do not enter the Series, then you can only enter the 5K races on the night." "Numbers for each race need to be collected on the day - series entries will get a new number for each race - the numbers will have chips attached." "Venue is the Redcar Rugby Club, Green Lane." "Chip timing."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Formerly known as the 'Saltaire Shaker', this year's race is named as a tribute to the late Arthur James who encouraged and inspired many a local runner to 'RUN BECAUSE YOU CAN'."

This is the date that is given at www.alnwickharriers.co.uk. Entries for the 2016 Northumberland Coastal Run opened on Sat Jan 23rd 2016 at 0001 and the race was full by 2100. "The route starts on sand, then onto road, sand, trail, road and finishes on sand at Alnmouth." "Approx 14M run, through an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, along the Northumberlandcoastal path from Beadnell Harbour to Alnmouth Estuary, keeping as close to the coast as possible."

Although www.runbritain.com has Jul 16th, the organiser's web site says Jul 23rd. "Lazonby is about 8M north east of Penrith." "10 mile road race that uses the rural roads to the North of Lazonby." "Lying with the Pennines to the east and the Lake District Fells to the west, the beautiful Eden Valley around the River Eden is a mix of lush green countryside, traditional towns and attractive sandstone villages." "M markers." "Medal." "T-shirt is optional." In 2016, the race was cancelled.

One of a series of Wednesday night 10Ks taking place at Kendal, Levens, Hawkshead, Endmoor and Staveley. Discount if you enter all five races - either enter the series using a postal form or enter the series online. "Venue of the Staveley 10K is Wilf's Cafe, Staveley Mill Yard, Back Lane." "Staveley to Bowston, over river, back on other side including hilly section on gated road." "Undulating." "The race is followed by veg chilli and pitta at Wilf's for competitors." The closing date for postal entries is 7 days before the event.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

Although this is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com, this date would mean the race is moving from a Sun to a Sat - the race is normally held on "the second Sunday in August". I need to check this later. "Equally as scenic as the Norton 9, it's quite a tough but rewarding course." "A recognised fast course, quite rural."

This is the date that is given at www.northeastmarathonclub.co.uk. "The Marathon uses an out and back route, along the scenic Northumberland Coastal Path from Alnmouth beach near the river mouth to Long Nanny bridge which is south of Beadnell, and then return - the route is totally off-road using the Coastal Path with sections of trail and beach - follow the Coastal Path signposts, keeping the sea as close as possible to your right when heading North and to your left on return." "The Half marathon will follow the same route to Craster then back to Alnmouth."

"Collect race number and chip on the day." "Northumberlandia is a unique piece of public art set in a 46 acre community park 4 miles of footpaths on and around the landform." "The centrepiece of the park is Northumberlandia, a stunning human landform sculpture of a reclining lady - made of 1.5 million tonnes of rock, clay and soil, she is 100 feet high and a quarter of a mile long." "This 5K is an ideal for all abilities. The route snakes its way through the breathtaking sculpture and is set to be a fast, fun, and scenic race. The paths are well maintained so although it is a trail run the paths are hard packed and easy to run on." "T-shirt, medal." "There is also a free Junior 2K Trail run (at 0900) which is for children aged from 4 to 16."

"Limit of 500." "Race numbers can be collected on the day." "Registration is at the Sanddancer Pub." "The route will start outside the Sanddancer. Runners will follow the coastal paths to Marsden Bank where you will start the first of 2 laps of Souter Lighthouse. After completing your second lap, runners will continue back to Gypsies Green stadium to finish." "Multi-terrain." "The race is a perfect challenge for all runners." "Medal."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. Netherwitton is on the River Font, midway between Morpeth and Rothbury. "Venue is Nunnykirk Hall." "10K run starting and finishing on grounds of Nunnykirk School with a loop of local roads near Nunnykirk." Inaugural race.

"Venue is Hawthorn Community Centre, Village Green." "Starting in the local village of Hawthorn, the route takes you through the Durham Wildlife Trust and National Trust managed woodland of Hawthorn Dene. Then onto some of Durham's Heritage Coast line, across the two bays of Hawthorn and Seaham Blast, so named after the blast furnaces that once dominated the area." "Mug, dog tag." A Woodland Trust leaflet about Hawthorn Dene says 'the woodland, grasslands and coastal strip provide a diversity of habitats of high scientific value and have thus been designated as SSSIs'.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. The race was full in 2016 by Aug 15th and in 2015 by Aug 7th. "Flat, multi terrain course." "Running on roads, paths and bridleways within the Escrick Park Estate, with the start and finish on the Escrick village green."

"Limit of 250." "Collect your race number at the start." "The race will start and finish in the beautifully refurbished Dock Park, beside the River Nith in Dumfries. The race will trace the pathways alongside the river and cross the river several times using the Buccleuch Street, Suspension and Kirkpatrick MacMillan Bridges." "K markers." I don't know how accurate this map is.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The course is a single lap on very flat roads with only a slight incline over a railway bridge." "One of the UK's fastest and flattest 10 mile routes."

There are different prices depending on when you enter. "Registration is at the Sands Centre (CA1 1JQ)." "The start is in Bitts Park (CA3 8UL)." "The event uses a mixture of park paths and quiet country roads which are generally flat or gently undulating. The road surfaces are generally okay but there are rougher areas especially near some of the junctions. The run finishes near to the Queen Victoria Statue in Bitts Park."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The event will take place on a very flat and fast course alongside the River Tyne from the Newcastle side of the Millennium Bridge to Newcastle Business Park, under the famous Tyne Bridge and returning to cross the iconic Gateshead Millennium Bridge to finish in Baltic Square.

"The early bird entry fee is available until 30th June." The events were full in 2016 by July 24th and in 2015 by July 20th. "Start times: 1100 - 10km, 1100 - 5km, 1300 - 15km Trail Challenge and 1400 - 15km Trail Race." "Starting and finishing at Fitz Park the NEW! 5km Derwentwater Sport Trail, 10km Derwentwater Trail Run, 15km Derwentwater Trail Race and 15km Derwentwater Trail Challenge is a circuit along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways, taking in panoramic views of Derwentwater, the surrounding peaks of Skiddaw and Blencathra and the northern fells. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to trail running, but expect a bit of everything! The course has no stiles, so there is nothing but the hills and the infamous Glendereterra bogs to break up your rhythm." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt memento, ladies and men's." "Fun runs for all abilities of children (under 12) within the finishing arena."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The race is a 10K run around the hills of High Hoyland, Kexbrough and Cawthorne. It's a hilly course, which makes it's a great challenge for runners."

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "Venue is the Village Green." "The course goes out of the village in the direction of Flawith, before turning towards Myton-on-Swale - the quiet countryside and roads continue on the way back to Tholthorpe - it is downhill in the last 200 yards to the finish on the Village Green by the duck pond." Although the map shows some "ups and downs", I found it fairly flat - the course record is 30m36s/37m07s.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The race will start in Gosforth on the road alongside the Playing Field." "Runners run up the road to the crossroads, turn left down the A595 to Greengarth, turn left there along the road to Santon Village - turn left at Santon Village and return to Gosforth, through Gosforth to the Playing Field where the finish is near the Pavilion." "Scenic, undulating."

This race is one of a series of three 5Ks and two 10Ks taking place on Apr 14th, Apr 26th, Jun 11th, Jul 19th and Sep 6th. "Save 10 pounds if you pre-enter all 5 races. If you do not enter the Series, then you can only enter the 5K races on the night." "Numbers for each race need to be collected on the day - series entries will get a new number for each race - the numbers will have chips attached." "Venue is the Redcar Rugby Club, Green Lane." "Chip timing."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A series of six road races of a distance of 3.7M" taking place at 1900 on the first Wednesday of each month from April to September. "The start is at the Spencers Arms."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Pre-entries have free entry to showfield." "Entries on day most welcome - but will have to pay to enter the showfield." "Scenic and undulating road course through the heart of the North York Moors national park taking in Dibble Bridge, Hob Hole and Westerdale." I think it's more than just "undulating", and when I did it in 2003 I wrote 'scenic with about 6 uphill sections - excellent scenery and a friendly place' - I enjoyed it. "Make it family day out - plenty of showfield attractions - exhibitor's marquees, children's rides, trade and craft stands, children's races, live music, home baking for sale (highly recommended!) etc."

Here's a link to the reminder service for the 2017 race. "Spectator-lined course covers 13.1M from Newcastle, across the iconic Tyne Bridge and onto the picturesque coastal finish in South Shields." "Live music from 'bands on the run' to keep you motivated every step of the way." "Broadcast live on BBC TV."

The South Huddersfield Trail and Road Series are on Mar 19th, Jun 10th, Jul 16th, Sep 10th and Sep 30th. There's a discount for entering the Series. "Venue of the Shepley 10K is the Shepley Cricket Club, Marsh Lane." "Starting from the Cricket Club, you run the streets of Shepley, Stocksmoor, Fulstone before returning to the Cricket Club." "Anti-clockwise lap with a fast start and fast finish, but can you conquer the middle section?" "Medal." "Kid's fun run and family day afterwards."

This is the provisional date that is given at www.yorkvalehalf.com. IIn 2015, the race was full on Jul 14th. "The Race HQ is the Sherburn Aero Club, New Lennerton Lane." "A fast and flat half marathon." "The race starts on a race track and ends by a runway and takes in scenic closed roads on the way. For the novice runner this is a perfect introduction to a longer distance. For the more seasoned racer it is a genuine PB opportunity. "

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "A ten mile road race run on scenic rural roads - an undulating course, approximately 3.5M out with a steep drop down to Isel bridge, a 3M loop returns to the bridge and then returns to Cockermouth by the initial part of the route."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Four races on Mar 18th, Jun 3rd, Sep 23rd and Dec 9th. "Venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)." "Off road trail course." "There is also a mini shuffle for juniors as well."

"Runners will take on a fantastic city centre route, starting in Arundel Gate, and taking runners on a journey along Charter Row and along Ecclesall Road, before skirting the edges of pretty Endcliffe Park. It continues along Riverdale Road, along Endcliffe Vale Road, close to the Botanical Gardens, then travels down Brocco Bank and back to an exhilarating city centre finish." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt, medal, goody bag." The race was first held in 2016.

I've not seen a postal entry form yet. "The race follows the South Tyne Trail from Haltwhistle along an old railway line crossing the Lambley Viaduct turns round and heads back down hill all the way to the finish [back in Haltwhistle]." "A fast traffic free run on a national trail predominately downhill from halfway." "Spot prizes." "Mug."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Come and enjoy a popular road race in the Tyne Valley with spectacular views, a hill to get your legs going early in the race, a downhill/flat mid-section, and a flat, fast finish along the banks of the river."

The South Huddersfield Trail and Road Series are on Mar 19th, Jun 10th, Jul 16th, Sep 10th and Sep 30th. There's a discount for entering the Series. "Venue of the Stairway To Heaven is the Holmbridge Church Hall, Woodhead Road." "The race uses a challenging, hilly course towards Ramsden reservoir and the forested paths around Hade Edge. Climb from the reservoirs of Holmbridge to Elysium farm and down to Holme Styes before climbing back up and home." I don't know how accurate this map is. "Medal." "Summer Wine Trails events include the main trail race as well as a Challenge Walk version which sets off 1 hour earlier as well as children's races."

Although there is postal closing date of Sep 28th and online entries close at 2359 on Sep 29th, both forms of entry also say "entries after Sep 24th incur a 2 pounds levy and will not qualify for prizes". "Venue is the Cusworth Hall." "Roads on the route of the race are bound by farmers fields and woodlands." "Undulating." "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt." "1M family fun run as well (at 0945)."

"The Half Marathon will start from the magnificent Carlisle Castle, crossing Castle Way and heading through Carlisle city centre before heading out into the countryside and through the picturesque villages of Cumwhinton, Wetheral and Scotby. On return into the city runners will come through Bitts Park ready for the grand finish on the track in The Sheepmount Athletics Stadium." "The course is a road race on tarmac. The vast majority of the course is reasonably flat with some hilly areas at the outskirts of Carlisle."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "This challenging course takes in some of the toughest climbs and best views in the area, as you work your way up back roads, farmers fields, fords, moors and woodland - adjacent to the Swinton Estate near Masham. It might be a slightly more challenging course than the average multi terrain, with some interesting ascents that are well worth the effort. This 13km (approx.) mutli terrain single lap race climbs above and descends back into the picturesque Dales village of Grewelthorpe (near Masham) and finishes just outside the village."

"Different prices depending on when you enter." "Temple Newsam stretches miles through beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland, boasting an array of picturesque lakes, colourful and exotic plant life. A fun and friendly event, with pacers to help you round the course, it is the perfect environment for runners of all abilities." "This undulating 10K multi-terrain course, featuring tarmac, gravel and trail paths, is perfect for runners wanting to run amongst picturesque settings, and have a feel for running on different surfaces. Don’t forget our 5K option is also available, so if you are new to running and would like to run with like-minded women, this is the perfect race for you." In 2016, you got a T-shirt, medal and a goody bag. "You can also choose the one-mile race option, which is open to families."

"Early bird until Dec 31st 2016." "The 10K, which starts and finishes at Leaplish Waterside Park takes you off on the Lakeside Way, in the opposite direction to the Kielder Marathon, and you will head up and over the Bull Crag Peninsula before rejoining the Lakeside Way and heading along the shoreline of this stunning lake back to Leaplish." "Technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag." The 10K takes place on the day before the Kielder Marathon, the Kielder Half Marathon and the junior races.

"Early bird until Dec 31st 2016." "The Half Marathon will start on Kielder Water’s spectacular Dam providing an inspirational backdrop for those taking part and spectating - the route then heads in to the forest on the North Shore along the forestry road and winds away from the Dam for approximately 3 miles to eventually turn and join the Lakeside Way - from this point the course follows the usual marathon route back across the dam and on to Leaplish Visitor Park and the finish line." "Technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag." On the same day there are a Marathon and junior races and there is a 10K race on the day before.

"Early bird until Dec 31st 2016." "Set in the stunning Northumberland countryside, the 26.2M course starts and finishes at Leaplish Waterside Park and takes you off around the Lakeside Way, a good trail surface, hugging the shores of Kielder Water while you take in the delights of your surroundings and impressive modern artwork around the lake and forest." "Technical T-shirt, medal and goody bag." On the same day there are a Half Marathon and junior races and on the day before there is a 10K race.

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The start is in the public park adjoining the River Swale called the Batts - this is next to Mercury Bridge on the Richmond town side of the River Swale and is a couple of minutes' walk from the Market Hall." "The first 100 metres is on grass and footpaths then will proceed mainly onto pavement and road surfaces." "Runners pass the spectacular Richmond Falls on the River Swale before crossing the river at Green Bridge and climbing Sleegill." "A quick look over the shoulder from Sleegill offers fine views of Richmond Castle." "Runners are then taken on a short circuit of Catterick Garrison before returning for a great finish within the grounds of Richmond Castle."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The Matfen 10k is set near the picturesque Northumberland village of Matfen, taking runners on rural roads through the villages of Ryal and Great Whittington, before finishing on a closed road near Matfen Hall Hotel."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "The 10 Mile takes place as part of the Yorkshire Marathon festival - alongside the sold out Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon - and boasts a largely flat and fast course, with an unrivalled atmosphere." "Starting and finishing at the University of York, the route heads into the city centre and out into the Yorkshire countryside before returning for an electric finish at the university." Here's a link to details of the Yorkshire Marathon.

Entries opened at 0900 on Fri Sep 30th 2016. In previous years the race has sold out in a few days. "This popular and picturesque run, with fantastic PB potential, takes participants past some of York's splendid historic sites and along scenic country lanes, making it an attractive prospect for runners of all abilities." In 2016 and 2015, there has also been a Yorkshire 10 Mile.

In 2016, the event was on Nov 5th and it was full on Sep 13th. "Early bird discount until Jun 30th." "The NEW 5km Helvellyn Sport Trail, 10km Helvellyn Trail Run, 15km Helvellyn Trail Race and 15km Helvellyn Trail Challenge follow circuits along well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways that take you into the foothills of Helvellyn, with elevated panoramic views of Ullswater, and dramatic vistas of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks. Underfoot conditions are generally good for those used to off road running, but can be tricky in places. " "Chip timing." "Technical T-shirt." "Why not make a dirty trail running weekend of it and enter Sunday's Ullswater Trail Race too and take part in the 'Dirty Double'." "There are fun runs for all abilities of children within the finishing arena."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "This half marathon is set in the heart of Cumbria's beautiful Eden Valley - a road race but not for the faint hearted!" "The circular route takes you from the historical market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland, through the areas picturesque villages of Murton, Dufton and Long Marton, along the foothills of the northern Pennines with views, on a clear day, of Blencathra and the Lake District." "A low key, friendly atmosphere, where all abilities are made welcome."

In 2016, the event was on Nov 6th and it was full on Aug 28th. "Early bird discount until Jun 30th." "Your journey starts with a beautiful half hour cruise aboard the Ullswater Steamer 'Raven', which takes you to the start in the hamlet of Howtown, whilst being serenaded by singer/songwriter Pete Lashley." "The 10km Ullswater Trail Run, 14km Ullswater Trail Race and 14km Ullswater Trail Challenge follow well marked and marshalled footpaths and bridleways along the lake shore, giving panoramic views of Helvellyn and the surrounding peaks, finishing in Jenkins Field, next to the Ullswater Pier. Much of the course passes through ancient woodland, which will be at its autumnal best. Underfoot conditions can be tricky at times, especially if wet." "Why not make a dirty trail running weekend of it and enter Saturday's Helvellyn Trail Race as well and take part in the 'Dirty Double'. "There are fun runs for all abilities of children within the finishing arena."

"There is an early bird discount up to Dec 31st 2016 if you use a code when entering." "The start times are 0915 for the Marathon and 0930 for the Half." "Registration is at the cricket pavilion at Bamburgh Castle." "The event will start and finish at Bamburgh Castle." "The course will be a 2 lap marathon and a 1 lap half marathon using the rural roads near to Bamburgh Castle." "T-shirt."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. Information for the 15M says: "a two lap race around Last of the Summer Wine setting" whereas the 10K is described as a "single lap rural road race taking in most of the historic Holmfirth 15 mile race route". After a gap, the Holmfirth 15 returned in 2015 and was accompanied by the Holmfirth 10K which was new.

"Collect race number on the day." "Race HQ is Keswick School, Crosthwaite." "From the start the route loops around Derwentwater in a clockwise direction, is undulating in nature and run entirely on tarmac. Due to substantial damage on a small part of the route, it may necessitate a course alteration. This has not been confirmed with the council as yet, but we will re-measure an accurate 10 to accommodate the revised course."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. The race was full in 2015 by Oct 4th and in 2014 by Sep 29th. "This is a hilly 10 mile run starting and finishing at Ripley Castle - most of the course is on quiet country roads with a couple of sections on well surfaced bridleway."

Although www.runbritain.comhas Nov 13th, that would mean the race is on a Monday: I guess it's on the day before.The race was full in 2016 by Oct 10th, in 2015 by Oct 16th and in 2014 by Nov 4th. "The race starts outside the Visitor's Centre and you run up a firm tarmac road (Housedale) to the top of the only hill in the race (a steady slope!). The first man and woman to the top gets a special prize for being the 'King/Queen of the Hill'. Then along the top of the rigg on gravel trails and a long and speedy decent down to the beck. Then a 'dash' to the finish line back at Low Dalby."

"Starting and finishing at Kirkley Hall", the course goes from Kirkley to Ogle and then does a circle via Whalton back to Ogle and then returns to Kirkley along the outward route. "Chip timing." "T-shirt, medal."

This is the date that is given at www.runbritain.com. "Four races on Mar 18th, Jun 3rd, Sep 23rd and Dec 9th. "Venue is the Silkstone Sports Pavilion (behind Dearnside Garage)." "Off road trail course." "There is also a mini shuffle for juniors as well."